CD Add Ons

Dan,

For the carpet in the V-berth check my post in the interior section of the "Library". It's the best project I've done and plans are to do the main cabin top this winter.

Tim
 
When not in use I have added two additional brackets forward on the gunnel so I can store the frame out of the way when fishing/crabbing. We use the quick release fittings so it is very fast and easy to do. I wish I had a better photo but this is the best one I could find. Camperback frame
Robbin says the shelves under the sink and storage behind the sink are her favorite, girls.

Fred
 
Let's see....

FLOORBOARDS: Glad we have them. Now when it's Happy Hour, if things are tipping I know it's me, and not the boat. We like them.

CHARTPLOTTER: Now days I figure most folks will have some kind of GPS, so I don't see that as an issue. RE Chartplotter, I find it Very useful, and I STRONGLY urge that you spend the extra bucks for a color screen. Look carefully at the new Garmin GPS/Chartplotter/Radar system coming out in FEB 2005 ( I own Raymarine stuff....). It will be great.

CAMPER BACK: We had King Canvas manufacture a slightly larger than normal camper back for us. Used it ever day. Great place to have coffee in the mornings, and happy hours in the evenings. We don't "fish" so it essentially doubles our living space. Very useful.

WALLAS: Seemed expensive, but it meant the difference between being chilly and Comfortable on some cruises. ...besides, I took it out of Sandy's allowance since it was for Her!

WINDLASS: Pretty handy, and permitted me to upsize the anchor, which allows me so sleep better at night. ...besides, I took it out of my allowance (since it was my back that would get strained!)

RADAR: Probably not critical, but when it's handy it's VERY handy; can mean the difference between getting to port or not. Besides, it's fun to track targets and plot shooting solutions. (Captain: "Target at 1300, 1000meters and closing!")

AUTO PILOT: I thought putting A/P on a C-Dory was a little over-the-top but what the heck. As it turned out, if I was to do it again it would probably be the FIRST toy installed rather than the last. I use it MUCH more than I thought. It relieves a considerable workload at the helm, and holds a course better than I can. On many of the longer passages this summer it was absolutely delightful to have it doing the work while I simply maintained a "watch." The slower you go, the more you'll like an auto pilot.

EPIRB: Not really necessary but it gives both Sandy and I a degree of comfort, knowing that if something "really bad" happens the Good Guys (USCG) can find us quickly. Cheap insurance.

Like I said - good topic.

Casey
C-Dory Naknek
 
Hi All,
I got my CD22 at the end of Sept. I got the raymarine C80 system, autoplilot, the wallas and the camperback. Don't know what I would change but are adding the radar and planning on adding the windlass.

I have the st6001 raymarine autopilot and have have trouble since day one. Does anyone else have this unit?
When I set it to hold a compass heading (the Auto mode) it frequently will move the motor from side to side a few degrees. This is noticable as the bow moves right and left. But it does seem the hold the compass heading.
When I set it to go to a waypoint ( the Track mode) it does not follow the track very well. It seems to veer off to the left and then head back as we get close to the waypoint. I am trying to talk with Raymarine support by email.

Steve
 
Steve,
You might try changing the "senstivity settings" on the auto-pilot. You can choose one of (I believe) 5 different settings. I have mine set at "3" and it seems to do fine.
In regards to your "tracking" problem......make sure that you don't have anything metal near your fluxgate compass. (Your fluxgate compass has probably been installed inside the rear bulkhead, under the Wallas stove, low near the floor). (I had problems after I installed some metal racks there). A flashlight in the door shelf under the stove, or pots and pans near the fluxgate can also be a problem and cause interference.
Let us know what you finally do that corrects the problems.
 
DaveS,
Thanks for the reply. In the Auto mode I have tried different settings for the response value. I seem to have the constant right - left movement of the motor with Hi and Lo values.

The problem is intermitant. It will stop for short periods when I adjust the motor trim but it always seems to come back.

These things take time to sort out since I only get out on weekends and then not every one.

You are right about the location of the compass. I will try removing all metal things in that area and testing it again.

Thanks,
Steve
 
Oh, yeah...as was pointed out in another thread - another important add-on is a warm and fuzzy dog! And an attitude!



Pat Anderson":2p5pxh22 said:
VHF radio
GPS Color Chartplotter
Camperback
Windlass
Radar

Daydream has all of your favs [snip!]
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What a great thread!

The Newport stove is carried by "Fisheries Supply" in two models and at lower prices than Dickenson. I haven't done business with these folks but have heard that they are reliable.

Pat
 
I just placed my order my newest "add-on", a Newport Propane Fireplace. I am so excited. :lol: Film at 11. Well, pictures in a few weeks.

My brother also got the same heater for his sailboat and he will finish putting it in tomorrow. Then, with his first hand experience, he will help me. I am so smart.

Robbi
 
That should be a nice addition. I think Stimpys Dad has one of those (where's he been hiding) and spoke glowingly of it.

I've pondered this before in the pub and got no answer- I've heard no mention of the use of Coast Guard approved propane lockers, are they not required on smaller boats?...anybody?
 
I don't know nothin' about no propane locker, but I do know the B~C pockets are pretty nifty. Especially if you fish.

Go down to the local variety store and buy one of those canvas deals that are made to fit around a five gallon bucket. Cut the thing in half, and mount one or both pieces to the inside of the cabin door. Use the various pockets to hold your fishing tools. When you're fishing, and the door is open, the tools are right there handy. When you're done with them and the door is shut, they are safe and dry inside.

Here's the version on the Blue~C:
TYBOO_POCKETS.jpg



Nowadays, you can get the things in any color you want, just about, and can pretty much match your boat color. For the TyBoo22, my wife sewed some hemmed pockets at the top and bottom, and inserted some 1/8" stainless steel rods (TIG welding wire). That kept the canvas laying flat against the door.

Here's what they looked like:
TyBoo_Floor_Mats.jpg


Pretty handy for only eight bucks or so. The TyBoo25 doesn't have any yet, because my wife thinks it a party boat or something. But now me and Tiffany outnumber her, so the fishing pockets will magically appear over the winter.
 
Robbi,
Would love to see pictures of the Newport Fireplace once it's installed. I too would like something like this for the Cruiser. Not sure where I would put it tough.
 
I will post pictures as soon as I get it installed. I think that my brother is going to help me at Thanksgiving. He installed the same heater in his 30 foot sailboat. Robbi
 
Another item for the 'nice-to-have' locker.

I found that HONDA offers a water pressure gauge for the their line. I added those to my twin package.

I had the misfortune of picking up a plastic bag on my 18' SeaRay with a Merc 135. The only way I knew I was in trouble was when it was too late. The temp gauge went high; and, by that time I lost the water pump.

If I remember correctly they were about $50.00 each. I also found that I can use them to cross check the motor trim. Suttle, but nice feature.

73's
 
I was up in Bellingham WA today and stopped in to Redden Marine http://www.reddeninc.com/ and was looking arround a bit. I spotted the Dickenson Newport propane heater/stove on sale for $458.00 I am seriously looking at these heaters for the Sensei and it looks to be just the ticket.
 
Roger, That is a good price. I paid $643 total for the P 9000. That included tax, 10 feet of propane hose, and a low pressure regulator kit. The kit is for use with the small disposible bottles. The heater cost was $499. I bought it at Popeye's Marine in Everett. Now, all I have to do is cut a 3 inch hole in the top of the cabin. :shock: I trembled when I drilled the little tiny hole for the antenna wire.

It is going to be a great additon to my boat. Robbi
 
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